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Vulnerable road users
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Which sign means that there may be people walking along the road?
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This was the right answerAlways check the road signs. Triangular signs are warning signs: they inform you about hazards ahead and help you to anticipate any problems. There are a number of different signs showing pedestrians. Learn the meaning of each one.
What should you do if you want to turn left at a junction where pedestrians have started to cross?
Go around them, leaving plenty of room
Stop and wave at them to cross
Sound your horn and proceed
Give way to them
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Give way to themThis was the right answer
When you’re turning into a side road, pedestrians who are crossing have priority. You should wait to allow them to finish crossing safely. Be patient if they're slow or unsteady. Don't try to rush them by sounding your horn, flashing your lights, revving your engine or giving any other inappropriate signal.
What hazard should you be especially aware of if you're turning left into a side road?
One-way street
Pedestrians
Traffic congestion
Parked vehicles
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PedestriansThis was the right answer
Make sure that you've reduced your speed and are in the correct gear for the turn. Look into the road before you turn and always give way to any pedestrians who are crossing.
Why should you check for motorcyclists just before turning right into a side road?
They may be overtaking on your left
They may be following you closely
They may be emerging from the side road
They may be overtaking on your right
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They may be overtaking on your rightThis was the right answer
Never attempt to change direction to the right without first checking your right-hand mirror and blind spot. A motorcyclist might not have seen your signal and could be hidden by other traffic. This observation should become a matter of routine.
Why is a toucan crossing different from a puffin crossing?
Moped riders can use it
It's controlled by a traffic warden
It's controlled by two flashing lights
Pedestrians and cyclists can use it together
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Pedestrians and cyclists can use it togetherThis was the right answer
Puffin crossings are for use by pedestrians. Cyclists must dismount and push their bicycle over the crossing. Toucan crossings are shared by pedestrians and cyclists, who are permitted to cycle over the crossing. Toucan roadside signals show an icon of a pedestrian and a cyclist together.
How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?
By pointing to children waiting to cross
By displaying a red light
By displaying a 'stop' sign
By giving you an arm signal
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By displaying a 'stop' signThis was the right answer
If a school crossing patrol steps out into the road with a 'stop' sign, you must stop. Don’t wave anyone across the road and don’t get impatient or rev your engine.
Where would you see this sign?
In the window of a car taking children to school
At the side of the road
At playground areas
On the rear of a school bus or coach
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On the rear of a school bus or coachThis was the right answer
Vehicles that are used to carry children to and from school will be travelling at busy times of the day. If you're following a vehicle with this sign, be prepared for it to make frequent stops. It might pick up or set down passengers in places other than normal bus stops.
What does this sign mean?
No route for pedestrians and cyclists
A route for pedestrians only
A route for cyclists only
A route for pedestrians and cyclists
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A route for pedestrians and cyclistsThis was the right answer
This sign shows a shared route for pedestrians and cyclists: when it ends, the cyclists will be rejoining the main road.
You see a pedestrian carrying a white stick that also has a red band. What does this mean?
They have limited mobility
They're deaf
They're blind
They're deaf and blind
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They're deaf and blindThis was the right answer
When someone is deaf as well as blind, they may carry a white stick with a red reflective band or bands. They may not be aware that you're approaching and they may not be able to hear anything; so, for example, your horn would be ineffective as a warning to them.
What would you do if you see older people crossing the road ahead?
Wave them across so they know that you've seen them
Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time
Rev the engine to let them know that you're waiting
Tap the horn in case they're hard of hearing
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Be patient and allow them to cross in their own timeThis was the right answer
Be aware that older people might take a long time to cross the road. They might also be hard of hearing and not hear you approaching. Don’t hurry older people across the road by getting too close to them or revving your engine.
What should you do when you see an older person about to cross the road ahead?
Expect them to wait for you to pass
Speed up to get past them quickly
Stop and wave them across the road
Be careful; they may misjudge your speed
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Be careful; they may misjudge your speedThis was the right answer
Older people may have impaired hearing, vision, concentration and judgement. They may also walk slowly and so could take a long time to cross the road.
You're approaching a roundabout. What should you do if a cyclist ahead is signalling to turn right?
Overtake on the right
Give a warning with your horn
Signal the cyclist to move across
Give the cyclist plenty of room
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Give the cyclist plenty of roomThis was the right answer
If you’re following a cyclist who’s signalling to turn right at a roundabout, leave plenty of room. Give them space and time to get into the correct lane.
Which vehicle should you allow extra room as you overtake them?
Lorry
Tractor
Bicycle
Road-sweeper
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BicycleThis was the right answer
Don’t pass cyclists too closely, as they may
• need to veer around a pothole, drain or other hazard
• be buffeted by side wind
• be made unsteady by your vehicle.
Always leave as much room as you would for a car, and don’t cut in front of them.
Why should you look carefully for motorcyclists and cyclists at junctions?
They may want to turn into the side road
They may slow down to let you turn
They're harder to see
They might not see you turn
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They're harder to seeThis was the right answer
Cyclists and motorcyclists are smaller than other vehicles and so are more difficult to see. They can easily be hidden from your view by cars parked near a junction.
You're waiting to come out of a side road. Why should you look carefully for motorcycles?
Motorcycles are usually faster than cars
Police patrols often use motorcycles
Motorcycles can easily be hidden behind obstructions
Motorcycles have right of way
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Motorcycles can easily be hidden behind obstructionsThis was the right answer
If you're waiting to emerge from a side road, look carefully for motorcycles: they can be difficult to see. Be especially careful if there are parked vehicles or other obstructions restricting your view.
Why do motorcyclists use dipped headlights in daylight?
So that the rider can be seen more easily
To stop the battery overcharging
To improve the rider’s vision
The rider is inviting you to proceed
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So that the rider can be seen more easilyThis was the right answer
A motorcycle can be lost from sight behind another vehicle. The use of headlights helps to make it more conspicuous and therefore more easily seen.
Why do motorcyclists wear bright clothing?
They must do so by law
It helps keep them cool in summer
The colours are popular
To make them more visible
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To make them more visibleThis was the right answer
Motorcycles and scooters are generally smaller than other vehicles and can be difficult to see. Wearing bright clothing makes it easier for other road users to see a motorcyclist approaching, especially at junctions.
Why do motorcyclists often look round over their right shoulder just before turning right?
To listen for traffic behind them
Motorcycles don't have mirrors
It helps them balance as they turn
To check for traffic in their blind area
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To check for traffic in their blind areaThis was the right answer
When you see a motorcyclist take a glance over their shoulder, they're probably about to change direction. Recognising a clue like this helps you to anticipate their next action. This can improve road safety for you and others.
Which is the most vulnerable road user?
Car driver
Tractor driver
Lorry driver
Motorcyclist
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MotorcyclistThis was the right answer
Pedestrians and riders on two wheels can be harder to see than other road users. Make sure you look for them, especially at junctions. Effective observation, coupled with appropriate action, can save lives.
You're approaching a roundabout. What should you do if there are horses being ridden in front of you?
Sound your horn as a warning
Treat them like any other vehicle
Give them plenty of room
Accelerate past as quickly as possible
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Give them plenty of roomThis was the right answer
Horse riders often keep to the outside of the roundabout even if they're turning right. Give them plenty of room and remember that they may have to cross lanes of traffic.
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